Deep within the Pansi Cave, there stands the Ruoxian Temple.
In this Pansi Cave, where spider cocoons blanket every corner and monstrous insects fill the sight, the Ruoxian Temple stands out as a place lacking much demonic aura.
At the center of the antique courtyard, peach blossoms bloom in fiery splendor.
At a glance, it seems to possess a touch of celestial grace.
Within that courtyard.
At this moment, several graceful ladies stand amidst the scene.
Clad in wide-sleeved robes of diverse hues, their figures and appearances are each worthy of being hailed as celestial beauty.
The eldest seems to be around twenty years old, while the youngest still possesses a youthful air.
It goes without saying.
These peerless beauties are naturally the six Misses of the Zhu family, who dwell within this Pansi Cave.
They are all spider-born demons, possessing extraordinary divine powers.
Except for the youngest, the sixth sister, the other five Misses have all entered the True Essence Realm.
They are not far from ascending to the Celestial Realm.
At this moment, the second sister of the Zhu family is teasing, "Oh, our fourth sister is truly elegant and charming, with a renowned reputation!"
"Even Master's direct disciple has expressed his desire to marry our fourth sister!"
Her jade-green skirt sways gracefully, and a sapphire-blue triangular mark adorns her brow.
Her laughter at this moment adds a touch of allure and youthful energy.
Meanwhile, the fourth sister, who is being addressed, leans against the corner of the Ruoxian Temple.
She wears a long dress with deep green and indigo hues, not particularly eye-catching.
Her black hair is held back only with a few tree branches as hairpins, extremely simple.
Yet, this still cannot conceal her breathtaking beauty, unrivaled in the heavens.
The dark-colored Dharma seal on her brow resembles a blooming flower.
Her cold eyes and icy gaze further enhance her cold elegance and unconcerned demeanor.
At this moment, she is twirling a throwing dagger in her hand.
Her expression reveals no hint of joy or anger.
She merely glances at her second sister's words and doesn't reply.
Instead, the youngest, the sixth sister, who is wearing a goose-yellow long dress and is particularly close to her, expresses her displeasure, "Second sister, why are you saying these things?"
"You know perfectly well that fourth sister doesn't want to marry that so-called Xu Yuan Shixiong!"
As she says this, tears well up in her eyes.
It seems she is about to cry.
"Little Six, don't cry, don't cry!"
Upon seeing this scene, the second sister of the Zhu family panics slightly.
She and her fourth sister don't get along well.
But she truly loves her sixth sister.
"We are all sisters."
"If possible, why would I want fourth sister to marry so readily? – If I could, I would even be willing to take her place."
The eldest sister, dressed in blue, speaks softly.
She is the oldest, and the daily affairs of the sisters within the Pansi Cave are usually decided by her.
Her words are sincere and filled with a clear sense of helplessness.
Just a few days ago.
From the Huanghua Temple above the Pansi Ridge, their Master, the Hundred-Eyed Demon King, sent a message.
He claimed that he had a new direct disciple.
With extraordinary talent, he will surely become a celestial being and ancestor in the future.
Then, he asked that the fourth sister among their six sisters directly marry him.
This situation naturally took the sisters by complete surprise.
The eldest sister even sent a little demon to the Huanghua Temple to investigate.
It is said that this Xu Yuan Shixiong entered the Huanghua Temple only five years ago.
Not long ago, he successfully refined the Lotus-Pod True Pill and did not transform into a demon.
This news made the eldest sister feel unbelievable.
After all, they, the six sisters, know very well what the Lotus-Pod True Pill is.
After all, the 'Qinian Xian', who produces the Lotus-Pod True Pill, is being raised within the Pansi Cave!
This Xu Yuan being able to refine the Lotus-Pod True Pill without turning into a demon is simply unbelievable!
And the subsequent news further bewildered the eldest sister.
It is said that the Hundred-Eyed Demon King directly asked Xu Yuan to choose one of the six sisters to marry.
Then, after a moment of hesitation, the Xu Shixiong directly said, 'Fourth sister, I choose the fourth sister.'
His words are so familiar, even within the Huanghua Temple, there are rumors – this Xu Shixiong might have been interested in the fourth sister for a long time!
This matter is so significant that even their mother, Zi Zhu'er, was alarmed.
However, after hearing that the Xu Shixiong had refined the 'Lotus-Pod True Pill'.
Even Zi Zhu'er, who was once a celestial being in the Heavenly Court and had experienced the Journey to the West.
She was completely taken aback.
After a long silence, she sighed.
She simply said, "This matter is likely irreversible."
Thus, this engagement was arranged in such an absurd manner.
And today is the day of the betrothal ceremony.
In a short while, the Xu Yuan Shixiong will arrive at the Ruoxian Temple.
Tomorrow, the wedding will be held within the Pansi Cave.
It's worth mentioning.
As the one orchestrating the wedding, the Hundred-Eyed Demon King himself will not attend the banquet in the Pansi Cave.
Instead, he will continue to cultivate in seclusion in the Huanghua Temple.
"I inquired with Mother in detail, and she said this matter is likely not just related to Master... It is probably also related to the Kunlun side."
The eldest sister sighed.
Upon hearing this, expressions of shock appeared on the faces of the six sisters.
The Kunlun Celestial Realm, that is where their mother and Master entered after the Journey to the West.
And it is known throughout the Three Realms that ancient immortals reside within the Kunlun Celestial Realm.
Although the Kunlun immortals may not be as high-ranking as those in the Eastern Heaven and Western Heaven, they are not far behind either.
Thus, the scene fell silent.
To be honest.
Among the sisters, even the second sister, who doesn't have a good relationship with the fourth sister.
In her heart, there is a thought.
That is - since their Master will not attend the banquet in the Pansi Cave, then they can completely take advantage of this opportunity to directly deal with the Xu Yuan Shixiong.
At the very least, they could force him to break off the engagement.
If they were to do this, at worst, it would only create a rift between their mother and Master.
But since the Huanghua Temple needs the help of their Pansi Cave for many things, it would still be fine.
But now, they are truly afraid to act.
This matter involves Kunlun, if they were to act recklessly.
Not only the Pansi Cave.
Perhaps the entire Pansi Ridge would not be able to bear the consequences!
"I will marry him."
Thus, amidst this silence.
The fourth sister's words, cold like frost jade and a cold blade, are clear and distinct.
At this moment.
This peerless beauty, with celestial beauty, is trembling as she holds the throwing dagger.
Her gaze sweeps across her sisters, revealing a hint of gentleness.
Then, she repeats, "Sisters, don't act recklessly."
"I am willing to marry him."
There is a clear sense of determination in her words.
Thus, the sisters all have tearful eyes.
As they were about to find a way to comfort their sister,
"Is there anyone who objects?"
"Xu Yuan, disciple of the Huanghua Temple, has come to pay respects to Master and the Misses."
A clear voice comes from outside the temple.
The sisters are startled, and then they look at each other.
Even the fourth sister, who is usually cold and impassive.
There is a clear sense of nervousness and panic in her eyes.
"Hurry up and tidy up!"
But at this moment, the eldest sister is still the most composed.
After instructing her sisters to tidy themselves up, she directly says to the little demon with three eyes and two horns standing at the door, "Quickly go and welcome him in."
The little demon follows orders and opens the temple doors.
Then, the Zhu family sisters see.
A large amount of spiritual objects and fabrics are being transported into the temple on carts.
Led by yellow-robed Taoists from the Huanghua Temple.
And at the forefront is a Taoist.
Unlike all the Taoists from the Huanghua Temple.
He is not wearing a stone mask, his face is exposed.
He has sword-like brows and starry eyes, a handsome appearance.
His Taoist robe is simple, but it further adds to his aura.
He wears a sword at his waist, and his every step seems like an immortal descending to the mortal realm.
His pair of black eyes seem to know everything.
At this moment, he merely glances at the six Zhu family sisters.
His gaze meets the fourth sister's for a moment.
Then, he bows slightly, "This humble Taoist, Xu Yuan, greets the six Misses."
"Is Master present?"
For a moment, the six Zhu family sisters were stunned.
There is no other reason.
They six sisters are indeed blessed with celestial beauty.
But since their birth, they have not been allowed to leave the Pansi Ridge.
The only people they see on a daily basis are crooked and misshapen monsters, as well as some mountain dwellers near the Pansi Ridge or merchants who accidentally enter the area.
How could they have ever seen a man like Xu Yuan?
Finally, the eldest sister of the Zhu family speaks, "Mother is waiting inside the temple – Xu Shixiong, please come with me."